Merlot ice cream with dark chocolate (signature sunset) is divine! At least sample it!
Layers of roasted peanuts, sweet coconut, saffron, honey, curry powder, ginger, vanilla and caramelized cashews are reminiscent of an exotic twist on the classically American seven layer bar. Read more.
A Chicago institution, Margie's is worth all the hype. The house specialty--"heaven in a white clamshell dish"-- combines three scoops of ice cream, nuts, whipped cream and hot fudge. Read more.
Awesome BBQ as you have options of the following flavors: Kansas City BBQ, Memphis BBQ, North & South Carolina BBQ and Chicago BBQ in the form of pulled pork or brisket
The burnt ends were some of the best BBQ I have ever had. Love the macaroni and the sauces are great. Can't wait to go back
Killer sliced brisket and pork ribs. Sides are great also. Love the atmosphere.
Reserve your hunger for “The Rib Sampler,” a huge plate of baby back ribs, spareribs and rib tips. Don’t worry: The pink, smoky meat pulls off the bone easily, so you’ll clean your plate. Read more.
Head over heels for your coffee? The Bow Truss subscription service delivers just-roasted beans delivered to your home (or office) on a weekly, biweekly, or monthly basis. Read more.
The hits land one after the next: lush brandade with garlic bread, bacon-wrapped dates (you have to), and the always perfectly cooked whole-roasted fish. Read more.
Our favorite version is topped with big hunks of fennel-flecked sausage and hot specks of giardiniera, but c’mon: It’s a casserole of melty cheese; it can do no wrong. Read more.
Anything with whipped ricotta is amazing!! Get a margarita pizza and add whipped ricotta to it and you will not be sorry.
Perfect Saturday brunch! The location, food, and cocktails were amazing. The hostess was a bit snooty, but the servers were great. Definitely recommend for a weekend brunch!
Fluffy, amazing biscuits. Great breakfast stop, but save room for pie for dessert no matter what meal you're on.
One of the best ways to spend a Saturday morning. I never knew there were so many kinds of tomatoes and potatoes. The crepes are amazing. Get the River Valley Florentine from Abby's! It's the best!
Basically the heart of downtown Chicago, I dare you not to enjoy yourself while you are there.
Definitely a fun beach to bring a big group of friends. Looking for a more peaceful spot? Head to your left at the end by Fullerton ave. Perfect space to read or meditate!
I almost proposed to my pork belly gyro. Don't ignore the pickles if you get a sandwich.
Best lunch spot in the city. The smoked fish is always great and maybe the best chicken parmesan sandwich in AMERICA!
One word: chilaquiles. Available only at brunch and after midnight, i.e., exactly when you’ll need them the most. If you go the burger route, know that a single cheeseburger is actually a double. Read more.
